معرفی
Dr. Juliana Gerard is a Lecturer in Linguistics at Ulster University's School of Communication and Media, within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences. She specializes in language acquisition and processing, particularly focusing on syntax, bilingualism, and the role of working memory. Her work bridges linguistics with cognitive science, exploring how domain-general processes interact with language development.
Education
- PhD in Linguistics, University of Maryland (2016)
- M.A. in Linguistics, UCLA (2011)
- B.A. in Linguistics, Spanish, and Cognitive Science, UCLA (2011)
- P.G. Certificate in Higher Education Practice, Ulster University (2018)
Research Interests
Her research investigates first and second language acquisition, particularly syntactic development in children and adults. Key themes include adjunct control, bilingualism, and AI applications in education. She leads initiatives like the Ulster Child Studies Consortium and collaborates on projects such as AI integration in academic settings.
Grants & Awards
- 2024-2025 Research Impact Fund (£4,979)
- 2024 International Science Partnerships Fund (£40,122)
- 2016 NSF Doctoral Dissertation Research Grant ($16,781)
Teaching & Outreach
She teaches courses on language acquisition, research methods, and child language. She oversees MSc dissertations and leads outreach programs to engage families in child development research.
Key Projects
- Ulster Centre on Multilingualism (UCoM) collaborations
- Workshop on AI Applications for Research Contexts
